Author success story
How can authors quickly and easily launch a professional website without hiring expensive web designers?
Crime fiction author Ralph Dellapiana wanted a polished website without the cost and complexity of hiring developers or learning web design. With Tertulia, he launched a professional author website in minutes and even added a custom "Coming Soon" section to build anticipation for his next release.
Author at a glance
The Situation
After spending years as a public defender, Ralph Dellapiana began writing crime fiction inspired by the human drama of real cases. He wanted a website that looked professional but found traditional website builders confusing and custom developers expensive. Tertulia made the process effortless, creating a beautiful, easy-to-navigate author website while adding features—like a dedicated "Coming Soon" page—that helped him promote future books without any technical work.
Why This Strategy Works
The website for Ralph Dellapiana allows him to make a very professional first impression and build credibility for his author profile without needing to spend hours wrestling with software, spending a lot on a designer or learning how to use the software.
How They Use Tertulia
- Website
- Custom Pages
In Their Own Words
“I was struggling to create an author website (costly experts, complex trainings) when lucky for me I found Tertulia. They created a website for me in just a minute. The programming is elegant and the site is well-organized and easy to navigate. I love Tertulia. Every author should try it.”
Ralph Dellapiana
Key Takeaways for Authors
- You don't need to hire expensive web designers to have a professional author website.
- Dedicated "Coming Soon" pages generate excitement before a new book launches.
- A clean, organized website helps readers easily discover your books and learn more about you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to hire a web developer to build an author website?
Can I create custom pages?
Can I customize my author website without technical skills?
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